Firmware Engineer Cambridge R&D

Iconic British brand ghd is a global leader in high end professional hair styling tools and the UK’s number one recommended styling brand. Loved by stylists and consumers, loved by press, and loved by the people that work for the brand!Merging science and innovation, with luxury beauty and style; ghd pioneers new technologies and beautiful designs to create the most technically advanced hair tools in the world.Developed by leading scientists in our dedicated R&D laboratories in Cambridge, ghd tools deliver “safer for hair” heat styling and have become an essential part of the daily lives of professional hair stylists and consumers globally.A trusted and loved brand, ghd sells more than 2 million stylers every year and 5 iconic ghd products are sold every minute. The award-winning ghd tools are used by 200,000 stylists around the world and sold in 30+ countries and more than 45,000 premium salons.Renowned for game changing innovation and superior performance, at ghd we are on a mission to transform lives with the power of a good hair day!ABOUT THIS ROLEThe Firmware Engineer will work within the electronics team to develop a range of hair care and beauty appliances for a successful and growing company which preserves the original dynamic and start-up atmosphere and is backed by one of the largest private equity companies in the world.The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and will take a high-level ownership of their technical work. They will be delivery-focussed and take direct responsibility for their output. They will generate high quality work as a matter of course.This position will be based from our R&D facility in Cambridge.JOB ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIESLead new firmware development projects with first-hand involvement in specification, implementation, and test.Improve the internal software development processes by working with the Head of Electronics to refine and introduce methodology and structure.Work closely with other parts of the business to drive projects through the development lifecycle.Develop, tune, & test control algorithms.Work with hardware and project engineers to ensure the products operate as intended and comply with the design verification plan.Investigate and solve complex functional issues (e.g. assist in complex root-cause analysis for product returns, etc).REQUIREMENTSAn experienced firmware engineer with knowledge of embedded systems (microcontrollers) for high-volume consumer electronics or similar.Proven track record of developing software in C to a high standard (bare-metal and/or RTOS).A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Mathematics, or a related numerate discipline.Requirements Capture.Agile methodology and tools (e.g. Jira).BLDC motor control.I2C, SPI, BLE.Knowledge of control algorithms / control theory.VALUESWe at ghd are proudly committed to our Company Values and aim to attract and retain employees who live our Values.Collaborative – We work together to create the extraordinary.Creative – We foster creativity & excellence to create value for our brands and business.Courageous - We are agile, entrepreneurial & we own our future.Connected - We stay connected and ensure we are always consumer first.Committed - We are responsible for our impact on other & the planet.Notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies.ghd does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. ghd shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. Apply now
Apply now We’re a young company that’s achieved great things by creating a best in class range of products that are loved by stylists and consumers alike. We remain fiercely ambitious, with big growth plans, exciting new innovation in the pipeline and geographic expansion.We pride ourselves on remaining true to our founding ethos - the spirit of transformation - and have established a position at the forefront of the competitive fashion styling sector, where we are renowned as one of the leading hair styling brands around the world and synonymous with style and sophistication.
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